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5 Areas a Body Lift Can Address

A body lift is surgery to tighten loose, sagging skin and remove pockets of excess fat — problems that can appear after significant weight loss. For example, after bariatric surgery, many people feel delighted at the loss of so much unwanted fat, but unhappy about hanging folds of skin that have lost the elasticity to… Read More »

Breast Augmentation and Your Active Lifestyle

  When considering breast augmentation, the expertise and guidance of a board-certified plastic surgeon should ensure a successful procedure, especially for women who wish to continue an active lifestyle. The type and placement of implants will determine how much breast surgery affects your athletic endeavors. For an average woman, her breast augmentation options will not… Read More »

Are Breast Implants Safe?

  Safe surgery is critical for women considering breast augmentation. Although the aesthetic results may be desirable, concerns about putting a patient’s health at risk is a legitimate factor when deciding on the surgery. Your plastic surgeon should address any questions about breast implant safety by providing current information about the technology, as well as… Read More »

Smoking and Plastic Surgery: A Dangerous Combination

The risks of smoking are well-documented. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, about 20% of deaths in America are a result of smoking. Tobacco usage increases the risk for stomach, esophagus, mouth, throat, and lung cancers. Smoking also increases the risk factor for other health issues like stroke, emphysema, bronchitis, aneurysms, and… Read More »

Fluid Injection vs. Ultrasound-Assisted Liposuction

Liposuction is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures in the world. It is highly effective, requires less recovery time than other surgical body contouring procedures, and produces beautiful results. Dr. Gingrass and Dr. Haws offer fluid injection and ultrasound-assisted liposuction procedures to ensure patients receive their most individualized treatment. Here’s how these procedures… Read More »